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What’s the safest way to back up my own PS2 BIOS file?

  • alex hales
    • 1 posts
    April 20, 2025 11:10 AM EDT

    I want to use a PS2 emulator like PCSX2, but I understand I need to dump the BIOS file from my own PlayStation 2 console to do it legally. I’ve seen some guides online but they vary a lot.

    What’s the safest and most reliable method to extract the PS2 BIOS file without damaging my console? Are there any updated tools or steps I should follow in 2025?

  • Phill Jones
    • 39 posts
    May 26, 2025 7:47 AM EDT

    The safest way to back up your own PS2 BIOS file is by using a homebrew application like uLaunchELF on your PlayStation 2 console. This tool allows you to extract the BIOS directly from your system and save it to a USB drive, ensuring it's your own legal copy. Once backed up, you can safely use it with Citron Emulator for smooth and legal PS2 emulation on your PC.